BELLA CUCINA
1193 ROYAL PALM BEACH BLVD, Royal Plm Beach FL 33411
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 8 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen, cooked pasta (86F - Cold Holding), operator stated item held out of temperature approximately 30 minutes. Operator discarded item.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,880
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2018024648 | Apr 10, 2018 | Jun 7, 2018 | $800 |
| 2--2015055568 | Dec 11, 2015 | Apr 14, 2016 | $1,080 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm);Advised operator to set up three compartment sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize all dishes until dishwasher is repaired. Operator set up three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen, cooked pasta (86F - Cold Holding), operator stated item held out of temperature approximately 30 minutes. Operator discarded item.
Jan 30, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine (Chlorine 0ppm), Advised operator to set up three compartment sink to properly wash rinse and sanitize all dishes until Dishmachine is repaired.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jan 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine (Chlorine 0ppm), Advised operator to set up three compartment sink to properly wash rinse and sanitize all dishes until Dishmachine is repaired.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test strip for chlorine sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen, no paper towels at designated hand sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach on shelf above flour. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cookline line line, in use utensils stored in standing water 103F. Operator removed utensils.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. At walk in cooler, inadequate lighting. 10 foot candles of light not provided.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler, Unwashed produce-cantaloupe, strawberries stored over ready to eat cakes. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly.
Aug 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. At reach in cooler at cook line - cooked pasta dated 07/28/24 not used within 7 days - sees top sale.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for dish machine.
Jan 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cookline- marinara sauce 88-92F- hot holding- on counter- as per operator food out of temperature for 30 minutes - operator moved to be reheated on stove.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by dishwashing area- operator provided.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Juan Garcia 04/22/2019-2024
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil in water of 107F at cookline.
Oct 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At small white reach in freezer - raw salmon not commercially packaged over cooked pasta operator removed and stored properly.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Edgar Perez 05/02/2018
No soap provided at handwash sink- operator provided.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labeled on clean containers at clean dish rack.
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At tall reach in freezer raw beef not commercially packaged over pre cooked frozen foods- operator over to lower shelf.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk in cooler raw beef and raw chicken stored over cooked lasagna- operator moved to lower shelf.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
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